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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on February 10, 2020 at 7:32 p.m. with Council President
Hare presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil, Mr. Slavin,
Mr. Cole (departed at 8:01 p.m. and returned at 8:15 p.m.), Mr. Polce, Mr. Taylor, and Mr. Lindell.
Staff members present were Major Stump, Ms. Cruz, Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. Hugg, Fire Chief Rhodes,
City Solicitor Rodriguez, and Mrs. McDowell. Mayor Christiansen was also present (departed at
7:41 p.m.).
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting.
Council President Hare declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that Council
was not in official session and could not take formal action.
Mr. Sambat (Sam) Anderson, Sr., 430 Millchop Lane, Magnolia, Delaware, spoke about issues
involving violations of his constitutional rights by the NSA and the state police stemming from an
incident in 2009. Mayor Christiansen advised that he met with Mr. Anderson and provided him with
the appropriate contact information, noting that this was not a City of Dover matter. He suggested
that Mr. Anderson make an appointment with Senator Carper or Senator Coons.
The invocation was given by Bishop Thomas L. Holsey, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Mr. Sudler moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
Mr. Anderson requested that item #6-A-2 - Council Committee of the Whole Report/Utility
Committee/Update on Water Main Breaks and item #6-B-4 - Council Committee of the Whole
Report/Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee/Discharge of Bicycle and Pedestrian
Subcommittee be removed from the consent agenda.
Mr. Anderson moved for adoption of the consent agenda, as amended, seconded by Mr. Taylor
and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 27, 2020
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of January 27, 2020 were unanimously approved
by motion of Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Taylor and bore the written approval of Mayor
Christiansen.
TRIBUTE NO. 2020-01 WILLIAM W. PEPPER, SR.
The City Clerk read the following Tribute into the record:
A TRIBUTE EXPRESSING SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES UPON THE PASSING OF
WILLIAM W. PEPPER, SR.
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WHEREAS, the Mayor, Council, and employees of the City of Dover are deeply saddened by the
death of William W. Pepper, Sr., Deputy City Solicitor, who passed away on December 27, 2019;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Pepper was admitted to the Delaware bar in 1985; U.S. District Court, District of
Delaware, in 1986 and the U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, in 1988. He was appointed Deputy
City Solicitor of the City Dover on December 18, 1989 and served with distinction for 30 years until
his passing. Mr. Pepper also served as a trusted advisor to many other municipalities throughout the
State of Delaware; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Pepper was a caring father, husband, brother, and friend and was well respected
among his colleagues for his vast knowledge of the law, his expertise, his direct approach, his wit,
and his willingness to always provide his opinion, both legal and otherwise, and he will be deeply
missed by all whose lives he touched.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor, Council, and employees extend their
deepest sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of William W. Pepper, Sr., and hope
that they will be consoled by the memories of his life and achievements and in knowing that
Mr. Pepper holds a permanent place in the history of the City of Dover.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council direct the City Clerk to place this
Tribute in the permanent records of the City of Dover and that a copy of this Tribute be provided to
the family of William W. Pepper, Sr.
ADOPTED: February 10, 2020
On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the Tribute, a Dover Cup, and
Mr. Pepper’s nameplate to City Solicitor Nicholas H. Rodriguez. He noted that words cannot express
the value that Mr. Pepper provided to the City of Dover for the 30 years that he was Deputy Solicitor
and asked that Mr. Rodriguez present the items to his family.
Mr. Rodriguez stated that Bill really devoted his life to the City for 30 years, offered good advice,
could provide a humorous reply to the most serious questions, and that he made you feel like he was
devoting everything to you at that particular time. He noted that Mr. Pepper always had the right
answer and that he would always miss him.
Mr. Slavin noted that, in his time as Council President, he relied on Mr. Pepper many, many times
for conversations and most of them were professional, some were personal. Bill and he got to know
each other very well and they could not have existed on any further ends of the political spectrum
ideologically. They had different approaches to politics and to what they believed in but he instilled
in him the adage that it is okay to disagree and it is okay to disagree and be polite about it. It is okay
to disagree and not tell someone their opinion is wrong. And give them the ability to have their
opinion, to try to persuade them and if not, just to inform them on where they are. Mr. Slavin stated
that he will miss him and the style that he brought. It was Mr. Slavin’s hope that sometime later in
his career he will have a similar such relationship with other people and be inspired by Mr. Pepper’s
presence in his life.
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Mr. Sudler stated that Mr. Pepper's home going service was warm, welcoming and beautiful. He
advised that he did not know how much he loved just being humorous and his family and he was
glad to have been able to witness that. Mr. Sudler noted that he felt like he knew him more through
the service than from the City and he offered condolences on behalf of the Sudler and Mishoe
families to the Pepper family.
Mr. Slavin moved for adoption of Tribute No. 2020-01, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously
carried.
PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2019-19 WITH
STAFF AMENDMENT #1 AND PLANNING COMMISSION AMENDMENT #1
A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider approval of a proposed
zoning text amendment to Appendix B - Zoning, Article 3 - District Regulations, Section 9 - General
Residence and Office Zoning (RG-O) that would permit barbershops in the General Residence and
Office (RG-O) zone. The First Reading of the Proposed Ordinance was accomplished during the
Council meeting of December 9, 2019. Council President Hare reminded members of the public that
copies of the proposed ordinance were available at the entrance of the Council Chambers or on the
City’s website at www.cityofdover.com under “Government.”
Mr. Slavin moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title
only, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
Mr. Dave Hugg, Director of Planning and Community Development, stated that the original RG-O
(General Residence and Office) zone was adopted many years ago and reflected a time when the first
couple of blocks of State Street, between Loockerman Street and the Green, were more
predominantly offices in historic residences and there was a concern about the proliferation of
commercial uses on that street. That section of the street has changed over time, but the zoning
ordinance does not allow for some of the kinds of uses that have been proposed. Mr. Hugg noted that
the ordinance amendment was introduced at the request of a property owner who wished to allow
a barbershop in a portion of the area that is currently zoned RG-O.
Mr. Hugg advised that a public hearing was held before the Planning Commission on
January 21, 2020 and substitute language provided by Staff that would allow personal service
establishments in the RG-O district was recommended for adoption. He noted that the amendment
will apply to any RG-O district in the City, not just on State Street, and the use would still require
Conditional Use approval from the Planning Commission through the normal process and the
Planning Commission could establish any other conditions that it felt were important to preserve the
nature of the neighborhood.
Council President Hare declared the Public Hearing open.
Mr. Joseph Chilcote, owner of Timeless Barbershop, 315 South State Street, Dover, stated that he
was opposed to the amendment because it would still require him to go through the Conditional Use
Permit process and he has been out of employment and has incurred expenses trying to get a shop
opened. He advised that the Conditional Use would put him further in debt. Mr. Chilcote noted that
the other side of the street is zoned for a barbershop.
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Council President Hare closed the Public Hearing.
Mr. Anderson moved for adoption of Ordinance #2019-19 as amended by Staff Amendment #1 and
Planning Commission Amendment #1. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler.
Mr. Anderson moved to amend the ordinance by adding a new section B and re-designating the
section thereafter. The following uses shall be permitted uses, antique shops, art galleries, gift and
card shops and personal use establishments. A new section C would strike the uses that were just
named that are in section B.
Responding to Mr. Lindell, Mr. Hugg stated that the amendment would basically waive the
Conditional Use Permit requirement in this situation and make them uses by right or permitted uses.
Mr. Lindell asked if there were any unforeseen consequences of this amendment on other
Conditional Use situations. Mr. Hugg advised that this amendment will apply to any RG-O district
in the City. He noted that section A still maintains that certain kinds of uses, such as cafeterias and
restaurants, will have to go through an additional level of review.
Mr. Polce clarified that the amendment would allow for specialty stores such as antiques, art
galleries, gift and card shops, bookstores, and specialty hobby stores such as models and needle
crafts. Mr. Hugg stated that section 9.14 B only applies in those cases where the RG-O zone also
has the Historic District Overlay. He noted that this particular area is somewhat unique and he did
not believe that the amendment would have a broad impact beyond this area.
Responding to Mr. Sudler regarding the impact of the new proposed amendment, Mr. Hugg stated
that Staff had not looked at every potential RG-O district in the City, noting that there are not very
many of them and they are largely downtown. Mr. Anderson advised that he reviewed the Code and
he could not find any other area where the RG-O and Historic District overlay.
Mr. Anderson stated that restaurants and bakery shops where baking occurs on premises bring other
factors that may need additional review, such as kitchens, safety issues, additional parking and
traffic, etc. are more complicated and it is reasonable for them to have a conditional use. Antique
shops, art galleries, gift and card shops and personal service establishments would be permitted uses.
Mr. Hugg summarized that Section 9 - General Residence and Office Zone (RG-O), Section 9.1 -
Uses Permitted, Section 9.14 would be amended so that antique shops, art galleries, gift and card
shops and personal services establishments would be considered permitted uses. A new section (c)
would be created to indicate that bookstores, specialty hobby stores, bakeries, including bakeries on
premises and restaurants would still be considered a conditional use in that zoning district where
both the Historic District zone and the RG-O zone overlap.
Mr. Anderson moved for adoption of Ordinance #2019-19 as amended by Staff Amendment #1 and
Planning Commission Amendment #1. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler.
The motion for adoption, as amended, was carried by a unanimous roll call vote, and
Ordinance #2019-19 was adopted as follows:
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BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN
COUNCIL MET:
That Appendix B - Zoning, Article 3 - District Regulations, Section 9 - General Residence and
Office Zoning (RG-O) of the Dover Code be amended by inserting the bold, blue and green text and
deleting the text indicated in red strikeout as follows:
Section 9. General residence and office zone (RG O).
9.1 Uses permitted. In a general residence and office zone, no building or premises shall
be used, and no building or part of a building shall be erected, which is arranged,
intended, or designed to be used, in whole or in part, for any purpose, except the
following:
9.11 Any use permitted in the general residence zone, except off street parking
accessory to uses in the central commercial zone (C 2).
9.12 Any use permitted in the RM 2 zone.
9.131 Business, professional, or governmental office on suitably landscaped lots.
9.132 In order to stimulate limited commercial activity in this zone where the city's
historic district overlay zone exists and to make this portion of the city's
historic district a greater attraction to tourists and residents, the following list
of preferred uses are permitted:
(a) Antique shops, art galleries, gift and card shops, and personal service
establishments.
9.14 The following uses are permitted, conditional upon the approval of the
planning commission in accordance with the procedures and subject to the
general conditions set forth in section 10.1 and to any specified requirements
set forth below:
(a) After a building complex in this zone has reached a building space
area of 100,000 square feet, then the following uses shall be permitted
as conditional uses, subject to the approval of the planning
commission: cafeterias, restaurants, barbershops, beauty shops, travel
agencies, banks, copy centers, coffee supplies, retail stores,
newsstands and associated laboratory facilities.
(b) In order to stimulate limited commercial activity in this zone where
the city's historic district overlay zone exists and to make this portion
of the city's historic district a greater attraction to tourists and
residents, the following list of preferred uses may be permitted as
conditional uses, subject to the approval of the planning commission:
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I. Book stores, specialty hobby stores (i.e., miniatures, models,
needlecrafts), bakeries (including baking on premises), and
restaurants.
ii. Limitation of entrances from State Street only.
iii. Total floor area of any one use is not to exceed 2,000 square
feet.
iv. Such uses will be subject to historic district requirements and
will therefore require an architectural review certificate.
Architectural review certificates for uses described above
shall not be granted unless it has been demonstrated that the
proposed use will result in either no material change to the
exterior of the structure visible from State Street or will result
in a restoration of the structure to an appearance which can be
documented to more closely reflect the historical appearance
of that structure. Material change would include
modifications to doors, windows and masonry, other than
routine maintenance.
v. No parking shall be required for the use.
vi. If new construction is proposed on State Street between
Loockerman and Water Streets, the proposal must not require
demolition or extensive modifications of any existing
structure which presently contributes to the historic district
because of its age or architectural appearance. In addition, the
RG O zone bulk and parking requirements would be waived
in certain respects. Lot width and depth will be as appropriate
to the site, subject to architectural review and site plan
review. Setbacks will be discouraged. Side yards will reflect
the needs of adjacent structures by providing adequate light
and air to reach existing windows. The height limit of 35 feet
or 22 stories will be retained, as will the 85 percent lot
coverage limit. The floor area ratio limitation will be raised to
1.0. The parking requirements will be waived.
(c) Bed and breakfast inns, subject to the following:
I. A bed and breakfast inn may only be established within a
primary residential structure or in an associated accessory
structure.
ii. The owner of the property shall reside on the premises of the
bed and breakfast inn or in an adjacent premises. However, if
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ownership of the property is in the name of a corporation,
partnership, trust, etc., a full time resident
manager/operator/innkeeper shall reside in the principal
structure on the subject property or adjacent property.
iii. The principal structure shall contain at least one full bathroom
for the exclusive use of the owner or resident manager and
other members of the immediate household. In addition, one
full bathroom shall be provided for each two guestrooms.
Each full bathroom shall contain a minimum of one water
closet (toilet), one lavatory (sink) and one bathtub or shower
stall and shall comply with all applicable building and
plumbing codes.
iv. The number of guestrooms requested shall be set forth in the
application for conditional use. The planning commission
shall expressly establish the maximum number of guestrooms
permitted for any application for which approval is granted.
In no case shall a bed and breakfast inn contain more than ten
guestrooms.
v. Off street parking shall be provided at a minimum of two
spaces, plus one space per guestroom. Off street parking shall
be prohibited in the front yard, except that such parking which
may be customarily accommodated on a single width
driveway may be permitted. Required parking may be
provided on the premises or off the premises, provided that
such off premises parking is located within 150 feet walking
distance of the bed and breakfast property.
vi. Lot coverage for a bed and breakfast inn shall not exceed 60
percent of the lot.
vii. Signage is limited to one sign, not to exceed six square feet in
area. Signs may be illuminated, provided that internally
illuminated signs shall be prohibited.
viii. Meals may be served to residents and overnight guests only.
No cooking appliances or kitchenettes shall be permitted
within the guestrooms, except for small refrigerators and
microwave ovens.
ix. The stay of overnight guests shall be limited to 30 consecutive
days.
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x. The owner/operator of a bed and breakfast inn shall maintain
a current City of Dover business license and the establishment
shall be inspected at least semi annually by the City of Dover
Fire Marshal and the City of Dover Health Inspector for
compliance with all applicable life safety and health and
sanitation codes.
9.15 Signs shall meet the regulations found in article 5, section 4, supplementary
sign regulations.
9.2 Performance standards. All uses are subject to performance standards as set
forth in article 5, section 8.1.
9.3 Site development plan approval. Site development plan approval in
accordance with article 10, section 2 hereof shall be required prior to the
issuance of building permits for the erection or enlargement of all structures
and related accessory structures. Such approval shall also be required prior
to the issuance of certificates of occupancy for a change of use.
9.4 Off street parking. No parking lot shall be located within the minimum
required front yard, nor between the street line and the principal building on
the lot. Off street parking shall be provided in accordance with the provisions
of article 4 and article 6 of this ordinance.
(Ord. of 2 14 1983; Ord. of 1 9 1989; Ord. of 6 26 1989; Ord. of 2 10 1992; Ord. of 7 12 1993, §14;
Ord. of 4 25 1994; Ord. of 7 10 2000; Ord. of 2 12 2001; Ord. No. 2012 15, 8 13 2012)
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2019-22
REZONING REQUEST FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4 LAKEVIEW DRIVE
A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider the rezoning of property
located at 4 Lakeview Drive, consisting of 0.63+/- acres, owned by William E. Ardito. The property
is currently zoned R-7 (One-family Residence) and the proposed zoning is RG-1 (General
Residence).
(Tax Parcel: ED-05-068.13-01-08.00-000; Planning Reference: Z-20-01; Council District: 3)
Council President Hare reminded members of the public that copies of the proposed ordinance were
available at the entrance of the Council Chambers or on the City’s website at www.cityofdover.com
under “Government.”
Mr. Slavin moved that the Final Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2019-22 be acknowledged
by title only, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of the Proposed
Ordinance was accomplished during the Council meeting of December 9, 2019.)
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Planner's Review
Mr. Dave Hugg, Director of Planning and Community Development, reviewed the petition to amend
the zoning district and the findings and recommendations of the Planning Commission. He noted
that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning request.
Councilman Cole recused himself from consideration of this item due to a conflict of interest.
Public Hearing
Council President Hare declared the public hearing open.
Mr. William Ardito, 4 Lakeview Drive, advised that he was the applicant and property owner and
that he planned to use just one room of his home as a bed and breakfast.
Noting that Ms. Barbara Shepperson and Mr. Richard Kepfer were present during the Open Forum
to speak about something very similar that is scheduled for consideration in two weeks and, due to
the similarity they were advised to speak during the public hearing instead of the Open Forum,
Council President Hare invited them to express their concerns about this type of rezoning.
Ms. Shepperson expressed concern about an Airbnb that opened in her neighborhood, Sherwood IV,
that was being rented as four individual rooms each night. She noted that cars come in every night
at odd times. Ms. Shepperson advised that they contacted the City and the rental of the four
bedrooms was closed down but now they are renting the home two to four nights a week with three
or four cars coming and going, checking in all night, usually after midnight, and setting motion lights
on and off all night long. She also expressed concern for the safety of the young children and the
elderly in the neighborhood, the garbage that is being left out for weeks, and the raccoons that the
garbage is attracting.
Ms. Shepperson asked about taxes, permits, zoning, business licenses, and regulations related to
Airbnb’s and the potential lost revenue to the City. She suggested the elimination of short-term
rentals. Ms. Shepperson advised that approximately eight people were present regarding the Airbnb
in her neighborhood.
Mr. Richard Kepfer, 2659 Hartly Road, Hartly, Delaware, stated that he owns property in
Ms. Shepperson’s neighborhood and his daughter currently resides there. He noted that he spoke
with someone at the City when this problem was brought to his attention in November and he was
told that they were going to try and rectify the situation. Mr. Kepfer stated that the owner has
obtained a rental permit and he was not issued any fines for illegal activity.
There being no one present wishing to speak, Council President Hare declared the hearing closed.
Mr. Neil expressed concern that the rezoning would allow a lease land community if the entire
community was rezoned to medium density. He noted that he owns a home on leased land and
explained the pitfalls of those communities. Mr. Neil stated that he does not believe in second
guessing the professional staff looking to the future of Dover, but the cluster of Lakeview homes that
are zoned R-7 are very rare in Dover and he advised that he would vote against the rezoning.
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Mr. Anderson moved for approval of the rezoning request, as recommended by the Planning
Commission. The motion failed for the lack of a second.
PRESENTATION - 2019 FIRE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT
Fire Chief Ronald Rhodes reviewed the 2019 Fire Department Annual Report.
Mr. Polce asked what the collection rate was for insurance claim billing. Chief Rhodes responded
that they continue to request reimbursement from the State anytime they use the jaws of life or
perform extensive extrications on vehicles. He noted that reimbursement is on a first come first
served basis and he estimated that they received $4,000 the previous year.
Mr. Taylor asked how many of the 1300 calls were active fires. Chief Rhodes estimated that 25 were
active fires.
Mr. Taylor asked what the yearly cost to the taxpayer was for training and maintenance of the
vehicles and the firehouse. Responding, Chief Rhodes advised that they receive $360,000 from the
City and everything else either comes from State Grant in Aid or insurance money. He noted that
they send out donation requests every year and they have a 7% return from the citizens.
Chief Rhodes stated that their goal is always $100,000, and it costs them almost 30 to complete the
process.
Responding to Mr. Taylor, Chief Rhodes stated that fire sprinklers were very beneficial, noting that
the smaller the fire is when the Fire Department gets to it, the better.
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, clarified that the City of Dover appropriates $330,000 directly
to Robbins Hose, in addition to covering all of their personnel and their loan payments, for a total
of approximately $1M per year from the City.
Responding to Mr. Anderson, Chief Rhodes advised that anyone who was interested in volunteering
could apply through the website at www.doverfiredepartment.org or stop by Station No.1, which is
staffed 24 hours a day.
Mr. Anderson asked if additional training on diversity was planned for the Fire Department.
Chief Rhodes stated that they had no current plans for a workshop since their biggest goal was
recruitment. Mr. Sudler stated that they usually go hand in hand and suggested showing more
diversity on their website to make others feel welcome. Chief Rhodes advised that they have
recruited at Delaware State University, Wesley College, and Dover High School.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Chief Rhodes reiterated that the 2019 Firefighter of the Year was a
Wesley College student. He noted that two juniors at Wesley College joined when they were
freshman and they completed their two years of probationary membership and moved on to active
membership. Chief Rhodes advised that they both plan on staying in Dover.
Responding to Mr. Anderson, Chief Rhodes noted that Deana Simmons, recipient of the Chief’s
Award, is the first female and woman of color to be a line officer.
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Mr. Sudler moved for acceptance of the 2019 Annual Report of the Fire Department. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
DOVER HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION REPORT -
JANUARY 16, 2020
The Dover Human Relations Commission (DHRC) met on January 16, 2020
at 6:00 p.m. with Chairman Gaddis presiding. Members present were Mr. Fleming,
Mrs. Herbert, Ms. Paige and Mr. Rocha. Ms. Mullen was absent.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
The agenda was approved by unanimous consent.
Revisions to the DHRC Strategic Plan 2019-2021
Mr. Gaddis stated that 2019 is done and that the commissioners need to change the
dates on the strategic plan to 2020 to either 2022 or 2023. He noted that the original
strategic plan went from 2015 - 2018 which amounts to about four years.
Mrs. Herbert asked the Commission if they should make it two or three years. She
asked if there is a possibility the Commission would need to make some kind of
change. Mrs. Herbert noted that it took so long to do this and she would really like
to say 2020 through at least 2023, Mr. Fleming agreed.
Mrs. Herbert moved to recommend revising the years of the DHRC Strategic
Plan to reflect the years 2020 - 2023, seconded by Ms. Paige and unanimously
carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Anderson moved for approval of the Commission’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Fleming moved to recommend revising to the years listed in the body of the
strategic plan to reflect the years 2020 – 2023, seconded by Mrs. Paige and
unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Anderson moved for approval of the Commission’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Fleming moved to recommend approval of the revised strategic plan,
seconded by Mr. Rocha, and unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Anderson moved for approval of the Commission’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Discussion – Intake Form
Mrs. Herbert stated that until the revised DHRC Strategic Plan is approved the
Commission should not develop an intake form, not because they should not develop
one, but because Council may remove it for some reason.
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Responding to Mr. Gaddis, Mrs. Traci McDowell, City Clerk, stated that the DHRC
Report for January 17, 2020 could be submitted to City Council at their regular
meeting scheduled on February 10, 2020.
Responding to Mr. Fleming, Mrs. Herbert stated she imagined the Commission could
submit both, the intake form and revised strategic plan at the same time, but that if
they spend their time working on an intake form and Council says they do not want
the Commission to use an intake form, or they may have input into the intake form,
they will have to modify.
Mr. Gaddis stated that his personal reaction was to take a look at the intake form and
see what they might need to either modernize or improve it. Mrs. Herbert stated that
City Council might want to know more about the whole process than just the form
itself. Mr. Rocha noted developing a process.
Responding to Mr. Gaddis, Mr. Fleming stated that the intake form was made
available through the City. Mr. Fleming noted that people would come in and if they
had a problem they would express that and then the people that were working at the
front counter in City Hall would give them the form. Mr. Fleming noted that those
at the counter would handle the concern or complaint, and then they would give them
a form to complete and to bring it back once completed.
Responding to Mrs. Herbert, Mr. Fleming stated he did not really know if the intake
form was made available online at the time, but that it probably should be if the
Commission moves forward. Mr. Fleming noted that there is not any reason why
people would have to come to City Hall to pick up a form.
Mr. Fleming moved to defer further discussion of the intake form to the Dover
Human Relations Commission Meeting scheduled for February 20, 2020,
seconded by Ms. Paige and unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Anderson moved for approval of the Commission’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Proposed Revisions to DHRC Brochure - Mission Statement
Members expressed concerns regarding the City’s Diversity and Inclusion Study.
Ms. Paige moved to defer revisions to the DHRC Brochure until the revised
strategic plan is approved by City Council, and it was unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Anderson moved for approval of the Commission’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Fleming moved for adjournment, seconded by Ms. Paige and unanimously
carried.
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Meeting adjourned at 6:24 p.m.
By consent agenda, Mr. Anderson moved for acceptance of the Dover Human Relations
Commission Report, seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT - JANUARY 28, 2020
The Council Committee of the Whole met on January 28, 2020 at 6:00 p.m., with
Council President Hare presiding. Members of Council present were Mr. Anderson,
Mr. Sudler (departed at 7:32 p.m.), Mr. Neil, Mr. Slavin (departed at 7:40 p.m.),
Mr. Cole, Mr. Polce (arrived at 6:17 p.m.), Mr. Taylor, and Mr. Lindell. Mayor
Christiansen was also present. Civilian members present for their Committee
meetings were Mrs. Doyle (Utility) and Mr. Garfinkel (Safety Advisory and
Transportation). Mr. Shelton (Safety Advisory and Transportation) was absent.
UTILITY COMMITTEE
The Utility Committee met with Chairman Cole presiding.
Adoption of Agenda
Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Sudler and
unanimously carried.
Dedication of Water and Wastewater Infrastructure - Leander Lakes
Apartment Complex
Mr. Jason Lyon, Deputy Director of Public Works, reviewed background information
regarding the dedication of water and wastewater infrastructure to Leander Lakes
Apartment Complex.
Staff recommended acceptance of water and wastewater infrastructure within the
public utility easement in Leander Lakes Apartment Complex. Dedication is to
include all of the referenced water and wastewater infrastructure.
Mr. Anderson moved to recommend acceptance of Staff's recommendation. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Anderson moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Update on Water Main Breaks
Mr. Jason Lyon, Assistant Director of Public Works, reviewed a presentation titled
"Updated on Water Main Breaks." Mr. Lyon noted that Ms. Sharon Duca, Director
of Public Works, was instrumental in putting the presentation together and wanted
to notice all the hard workers from the City of Dover that deal with the water main
breaks on odd hours of the night, including Christmas Day.
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Mr. Anderson moved for adjournment of the Utility Committee meeting,
seconded by Mr. Taylor and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m.
During the Council Meeting, at the request of Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Mitchell provided a summary of
the update on the water main breaks.
Mr. Anderson moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Polce
and unanimously carried.
SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
The Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee met with Chairman Taylor
presiding.
Adoption of Agenda
Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Hare and
unanimously carried.
Evaluation of Bids - Fiscal Year 2020 Street and Alley Program
Mr. Jason Lyon, Assistant Director of Public Works, reviewed the background and
analysis regarding the evaluation of bids for the fiscal year 2020 Street and Alley
Program.
Staff recommended awarding a unit price contract, based upon Bid #20-0014PW for
the FY 20 Street & Alley Program to George & Lynch, Inc. based on the unit prices
for each work item submitted. The estimated value of the contract is $1,037,893.90.
Work will be performed in strict accordance to the Bid Specifications.
Mr. Neil moved to recommend awarding a unit price contract, based upon Bid
#20-0014PW for the FY 20 Street & Alley Program to George & Lynch, Inc.
based on the unit prices for each work item submitted, as recommended by
staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cole and unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Anderson moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Reconsideration - Prioritization of City of Dover State Capital Transportation
Program (CTP) Projects
During the Regular Council meeting of December 9, 2019 members approved the
Committee's November 26, 2019 recommendation to reprioritize item #4 -
Loockerman Street/Forest Street Intersection as item #11 and discussing the project
further in January 2020.
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Mr. Dave Hugg, Director of Planning and Community Development, reviewed the
history of the Loockerman Street/Forest Street Intersection.
Mr. Drew Boyce, Director of Planning, Delaware Department of Transportation,
reviewed a presentation titled, “How a Federally Funded Roadway Project Happens”.
Mr. Anderson moved to recommend switching item #11 Loockerman
Street/Forest Street Intersection and item #5 Crawford Carroll Avenue
Extension. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
During the Council Meeting, Mr. Taylor, Chair of the Safety Advisory and Transportation
Committee, provided a summary of the Committee’s recommendation and advised that DelDOT has
subsequently requested that the motion be restated for clarification.
Mr. Taylor moved to delete Item #5 Crawford Carroll Avenue Extension as determined by
DelDOT to not be feasible to construct (remove this project from the list completely) and move
Item #11 Loockerman Street/Forest Street Intersection to become Item #5 and instruct
DelDOT to continue project development. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and
unanimously carried.
Quarterly Update - Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee
This item was deferred on November 26, 2019 due to the absence of a subcommittee
representative.
Mr. Chris Asay, Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee Chair, reviewed the Quarterly
Update for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee.
Discharge of Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee
This item was referred to the Committee by City Council during their Regular
Meeting of January 13, 2020.
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reviewed her memorandum regarding the
Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee.
Mr. Neil moved to recommend that they sunset the Bicycle and Pedestrian
Subcommittee with their appreciation for the work that they have done and that there
should be an informal committee to advise the City Manager to report quarterly to
City Council. The motion was seconded by Mr. Garfinkel.
Mr. Lindell stated that following Mrs. Mitchell’s memorandum as far as the process
of working with interested individuals who want to improve pedestrian and bike
safety in the community that they follow that as well.
Mr. Taylor stated that regardless of the outcome, he will continue to work with the
cyclist community on a monthly basis to continue the great work that Bicycle and
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Pedestrian Subcommittee members have done. He stated he has no intention of
walking away.
Mr. Polce stated that regarding the City’s status as a bike friendly community, the
only requirement, it does not say formal or informal, it just says to have an active
bicycle advocacy group. He noted the City is a bronze status and they could
matriculate up to silver and the steps to improve upon their current score, is simply
continuing to increase the amount of high quality bicycle parking throughout the
community and improve bike month activities by creating a bike to school event day,
and then has limited bike network, essentially major arteries and creating greater
passageways. He stated the matter of being formal or informal will, in theory, not
impact their bike friendly status.
Mr. Sudler stated that he feels this is a political boycott against this committee.
Mr. Sudler stated that he cannot believe that there are individuals that do not want
to serve on this committee, or they just do not have the man power. He stated that
this was a form of boycotting this committee for whatever reasons. Mr. Sudler noted
that he was not going to vote in favor of it, but is going to take a stand and it will
remain on the record.
Mr. Anderson thanked the members of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee
because a lot of great work has been done over the past eight years. He stated that the
work that has been done in the trail blazing work has been a tremendous, that it has
made people safer in the community. Mr. Anderson stated that they have a lot of
bicyclers and many of the bicyclers, are people who are bicyclists not by choice, it
is their primary mode of transportation, so he has had an interest in this, an interest
in bicycle safety, whether it is children biking to school or adults biking to work and
people who have got a new start on life, and their first vehicle is a bicycle they
desperately need to get to work. Mr. Anderson noted that it is an important issue, not
a side issue, because a lot of people that they are privileged to serve, it is not about
recreation, it is about a way of life.
Mr. Neil called the question, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
The motion to recommend sunsetting the Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee
was carried by a roll call vote of six yes (Neil, Cole, Polce, Lindell, Hare, and
Garfinkel) and three no (Anderson, Sudler, and Taylor).
During the Council Meeting, Mr. Anderson, Mr. Taylor, and Mr. Sudler expressed their support for
the Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee.
Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Lindell
and carried by a roll call vote of six (6) yes (Neil, Slavin, Cole, Polce, Lindell, and Hare) and
three (3) no (Anderson, Sudler, and Taylor).
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Mr. Neil moved for adjournment of the Safety Advisory and Transportation
Committee meeting, seconded by Mr. Lindell and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:39 p.m.
Mr. Anderson moved to accept the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee Report.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
Mr. Cole moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole
meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:39 p.m.
Mr. Anderson moved for acceptance of the Council Committee of the Whole Report, seconded
by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
MONTHLY REPORTS - DECEMBER 2019
By motion of Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Taylor, the following monthly reports were
accepted by consent agenda:
City Assessor's Report
City Council’s Community Enhancement Fund Report
City Manager's Report
City Planner's Report
Controller/Treasurer's Budget Report
Fire Chief's Report
Police Chief's Report
ANNEXATION/REZONING REQUEST/FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
#2020-02 - PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1448 NORTH LITTLE CREEK ROAD, OWNED BY
HOLLY L. MAYER
A request was received for annexation and rezoning of property located at 1448 North Little Creek
Road, consisting of 0.22+/- acres, owned by Holly L. Mayer. This property is currently zoned RMH
- Residential Manufactured Home (Kent County zoning classification) and the proposed zoning is
R-8 - One Family Residence (City of Dover zoning classification).
(Tax Parcel: ED-00-077.00-01-02 .00-000; Planning Reference: AX-20-0 I; Council District 2)
Staff recommended that the request be referred to the Utility Committee on February 25, 2020; the
Planning Commission on March 16, 2020; and that a Public Hearing be set for April 13, 2020 at
7:30 p.m.
Mr. Neil moved for referral, as recommended, seconded by Mr. Slavin and unanimously
carried.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the
proposed Ordinance as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
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ORDINANCE #2020-02 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 1448 NORTH LITTLE CREEK ROAD, OWNED BY HOLLY L. MAYER
ANNEXATION/REZONING REQUEST/FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
#2020-03 - PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1385-1389 MCKEE ROAD, OWNED BY MEB
PROPERTIES, LLC AND CHRISTOPHER CUSTIS. THE EQUITABLE OWNER IS LOUIS
J. CAPANO, III
A request was received for annexation and rezoning of property located at 1385-1389 McKee Road,
consisting of 78.60+/- acres, owned by MEB Properties, LLC and Christopher Custis. The equitable
owner is Louis J. Capano, III. This property is currently zoned RSl - Residential Single Family (Kent
County zoning classification) and the proposed zoning is RG-2 - General Residence for 73.34 acres
and C-2A - Limited Commercial for 5.26 acres with the property frontage along McKee Road subject
to the COZ-1 - Corridor Overlay Zone 1 (City of Dover zoning classifications).
(Tax Parcel: ED-00-077.00-01-02 .00-000; Planning Reference: AX-20-0 I; Council District 2)
Staff recommended that the request be referred to the Utility Committee on February 25, 2020; the
Planning Commission on March 16, 2020; and that a Public Hearing be set for April 13, 2020 at
7:30 p.m.
Mr. Neil moved for referral, as recommended, seconded by Mr. Slavin and unanimously
carried.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the
proposed Ordinance as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
ORDINANCE #2020-03 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 1385-1389 MCKEE ROAD, OWNED BY MEB PROPERTIES, LLC AND CHRISTOPHER
CUSTIS. THE EQUITABLE OWNER IS LOUIS J. CAPANO, III.
(Tax Parcel: ED-00-067.00-01 -01.00-000; Planning Reference: AX-20-02; Council District 4)
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2020-01
The First Reading of the Proposed Ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of
January 27, 2020. Council President Hare reminded members of the public that copies of the
proposed ordinance were available at the entrance of the Council Chambers or on the City’s website
at www.cityofdover.com under “Government.”
Mr. Neil moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title
only, seconded by Mr. Slavin and unanimously carried.
By motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Slavin, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote, adopted
Ordinance #2020-01 (Exhibit #1).
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2020 STAFF APPOINTMENT - ASSISTANT CITY CLERK - JANELLA M. TAUCHUS -
ANNUAL APPOINTMENT TO EXPIRE MAY 11, 2020
By consent agenda, Mr. Anderson moved for approval of the appointment of
Janella M. Tauchus, seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reminded everybody that the City would be closed on Monday,
February 17, 2020 for President’s Day.
COUNCIL MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mr. Taylor, noting that Dr. King, Malcolm X, Tuskegee airmen, W.E.B Dubois, Benjamin Banneker,
Harriet Tubman, and Nelson Mandela are often recognized for Black History Month, recognized the
following local heroes: Reuben Salters, John Pitts, Dr. Wilma Mishoe, Cecil Wilson, Mr. Marshall,
Wayne and Sammie's barbershop, and Market Subs.
Mr. Taylor announced that there would be job opportunities with the Census Bureau starting at $17
an hour up to$25 an hour. He advised that anyone 18 years of age and older could apply online or
by texting the number 313131 to census jobs. Mr. Taylor noted that money earned by seniors from
being a census employee does not go against their benefits.
Mr. Taylor congratulated Ms. Janella Tauchus on her promotion to Assistant City Clerk.
Mr. Taylor announced that there would be a follow-up to the Town Hall meeting during the next
Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee meeting.
Council President Hare announced that Mrs. Megan Ramsey started in the Clerk’s Office as the new
FOIA Coordinator and encouraged members to stop by and say hello.
Mr. Anderson announced that the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee
would be discussing items for citizen concerns which deal with building a better environment
downtown during their meeting the following evening. He also noted that the Utility Committee
would be addressing better lighting.
Mr. Slavin moved to adjourn into executive session, seconded by Mr. Polce and unanimously
carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m.
TRACI A. McDOWELL
CITY CLERK
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All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Regular
Meeting of February 10, 2020 are hereby approved.
ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN
MAYOR
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Exhibit #1 - Ordinance #2020-01 - Budget Amendments
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Regular Council Meeting of 02/10/2020
CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2020-01
2019-2020 BUDGET ORDINANCES
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Fifty Million Seven Hundred Eighty-Three Thousand
Seven Hundred dollars ($50,783,700) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated
from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government
for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
GENERAL FUND
CASH RECEIPT SUMMARY FOR 2019-2020
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 5,548,900 $ 5,720,000
RECEIPTS
FINES AND POLICE REVENUE 577,400 577,400
LIBRARY REVENUES 109,800 109,800
KENT COUNTY BOOK REIMBURSEMENT 275,000 275,000
BUSINESS LICENSES 1,470,000 1,470,000
PERMITS AND OTHER FEES 1,724,000 1,724,000
MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES 70,000 70,000
POLICE EXTRA DUTY 520,100 520,100
PROPERTY TAXES 14,596,700 14,596,700
RECREATION REVENUE 144,500 144,500
FRANCHISE FEE 645,000 645,000
SANITATION FEES 3,076,600 3,076,600
RENT REVENUE - GARRISON FARM 98,000 98,000
COURT OF CHANCERY FEES 1,475,000 1,475,000
INVESTMENT INCOME 120,000 120,000
RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 24,902,100 24,902,100
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS WATER 1,067,800 1,067,800
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS WASTEWATER 769,200 769,200
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS ELECTRIC 3,912,900 3,912,900
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 5,749,900 5,749,900
GRANTS:
POLICE RELATED/EXTRA DUTY 145,000 145,000
POLICE PENSION GRANT 445,000 445,000
GREEN ENERGY GRANT 98,500 98,500
GRANTS SUBTOTAL 688,500 688,500
TRANSFERS FROM:
TRANSFER TAX 1,525,000 1,525,000
MUNICIPAL STREET AID 665,300 665,300
CIVIL TRAFFIC PENALTIES 532,900 532,900
WATER/WASTEWATER 1,000,000 1,000,000
ELECTRIC 10,000,000 10,000,000
TRANSFERS FROM SUBTOTAL 13,723,200 13,723,200
TOTAL REVENUES 45,063,700 45,063,700
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUE $ 50,612,600 $ 50,783,700
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2019-2020 BUDGET ORDINANCES
GENERAL FUND - EXPENDITURES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2019-2020
2019/20 2019/20
DEPARTMENT EXPENSES BUDGET REVISED
CITY CLERK $ 432,600 $ 432,600
COUNCIL 157,700 157,700
TAX ASSESSOR 398,200 398,200
FIRE 763,700 763,700
GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 1,269,500 1,269,500
LIBRARY 1,779,800 1,839,800
RECREATION 1,156,600 1,156,600
LIFE SAFETY 381,500 381,500
CODE ENFORCEMENT 680,200 680,200
PLANNING 570,400 570,400
INSPECTIONS 644,700 644,700
POLICE 17,183,900 17,155,000
POLICE EXTRA DUTY 665,100 665,100
STREETS 810,600 810,600
STORMWATER 859,000 859,000
SANITATION 2,432,400 2,432,400
CITY MANAGER 1,007,900 1,007,900
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 747,000 747,000
FINANCE 935,800 935,800
PUBLIC WORKS - ADMINISTRATION 802,300 802,300
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 655,700 655,700
PUBLIC WORKS - ENGINEERING 368,800 368,800
PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY 684,400 684,400
FLEET MAINTENANCE 1,051,200 1,051,200
CUSTOMER SERVICE 1,067,500 1,067,500
HUMAN RESOURCES 523,300 573,300
MAYOR 226,900 226,900
DEPARTMENT SUBTOTALS 38,256,700 38,337,800
OTHER EXPENSES
DEBT SERVICE 500,000 500,000
CONTRIBUTION TO DDP 150,000 150,000
INSURANCE 750,000 840,000
RETIREES HEALTH CARE 1,894,900 1,894,900
BANK & CREDIT CARD FEES 20,000 20,000
STREET LIGHTS 815,000 815,000
OTHER EXPENSE SUBTOTAL 4,129,900 4,219,900
TRANSFERS
TRANSFER TO CAPITAL FUND - PROJECTS 3,261,600 3,261,600
APPROP. TO THE POLICE PENSION FUND 519,600 519,600
APPROP. POLICE PENSION - STATE GRANT 445,000 445,000
TRANSFER TO ELECTRIC I & E FUND 250,000 250,000
TRANSFER TO INVENTORY WRITE-OFFS - -
TRANSFERS SUBTOTAL 4,476,200 4,476,200
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 46,862,800 47,033,900
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 3,749,800 3,749,800
TOTALS $ 50,612,600 $ 50,783,700
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2020-01
GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2019-2020
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Eight Million Two Hundred Seventy Thousand Four Hundred
dollars ($8,270,400) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
REVENUES
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE - PROJECTS $ 304,300 $ 2,776,300
REVENUES
STATE GRANTS - Other 241,800 241,800
LIBRARY COUNTY GRANT - 125,000
BUDGET BOND/BANK PROCEEDS 1,228,600 1,228,600
TRANSFER FROM GENERAL FUND 3,261,600 3,261,600
TRANSFER FROM PARKLAND RESERVE - 191,800
TRANSFER FROM CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE 172,000 445,300
SUBTOTAL PROJECT RECEIPTS 4,904,000 5,494,100
TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES 4,904,000 5,494,100
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE AND REVENUES $ 5,208,300 $ 8,270,400
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2019/20 2019/20
EXPENDITURES BUDGET REVISED
FIRE $ 281,100 $ 281,100
GROUNDS 128,400 153,400
RECREATION 476,000 1,073,600
LIFE SAFETY 48,900 48,900
CODE ENFORCEMENT 37,200 37,200
INSPECTIONS 18,600 18,600
POLICE 753,900 954,700
STREETS 1,266,500 3,289,400
STORMWATER 365,000 365,000
SANITATION 287,200 287,200
LIBRARY - 125,000
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 45,600 45,600
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 784,000 874,800
PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY 390,000 390,000
FLEET MAINTENANCE 21,600 21,600
DEPARTMENT SUBTOTAL 4,904,000 7,966,100
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 4,904,000 7,966,100
BUDGET BALANCE 304,300 304,300
TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENDITURES $ 5,208,300 $ 8,270,400
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2020-01
GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2019-2020
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Million Three Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand Four Hundred dollars
($1,363,400) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
CASH RECEIPTS
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 1,075,300 $ 1,348,600
INTEREST EARNINGS 14,800 14,800
TOTALS $ 1,090,100 $ 1,363,400
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
TRANSFER TO GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND $ 172,000 $ 445,300
CARRY FORWARD TO NEXT YEAR 918,100 918,100
TOTALS $ 1,090,100 $ 1,363,400
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2020-01
PARKLAND/RECREATION RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2019-2020
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Two Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Three Hundred dollars ($246,300)
or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds
for the use other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
OPERATING REVENUES
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 54,000 $ 245,800
INTEREST EARNINGS 500 500
TOTALS $ 54,500 $ 246,300
OPERATING EXPENSES
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
TRANSFER TO GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND $ - $ 191,800
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 54,500 54,500
TOTALS $ 54,500 $ 246,300
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2020-01
WATER IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2019-2020
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Eight Million Eight Hundred Eighty-Four Thousand Five
hundred dollars ($8,884,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from
current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Governmentr
for the fiscal year begining July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
CASH RECEIPTS
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER $ 4,366,100 $ 5,941,700
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 4,366,100 5,941,700
REVENUES
STATE LOAN FUND - WATER - 1,401,900
TRANS FR OPERATING FUND - WATER 1,500,000 1,500,000
TRANSFER FR WATER IMPACT FEE 30,900 30,900
INTEREST INCOME 10,000 10,000
TOTAL REVENUES 1,540,900 2,942,800
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES & REVENUES $ 5,907,000 $ 8,884,500
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2019/20 2019/20
EXPENSES BUDGET REVISED
WATER $ 960,400 $ 1,143,500
WATER TREATMENT PLANT 559,700 3,354,100
TOTAL EXPENSES 1,520,100 4,497,600
BUDGET BALANCE - WATER 4,386,900 4,386,900
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 4,386,900 4,386,900
TOTAL BUDGET BALANCES & EXPENSES $ 5,907,000 $ 8,884,500
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2020-01
WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2019-2020
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Three Million Nine Hundred Ten Thousand
dollars ($3,910,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from
current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for
the fiscal year begining July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
CASH RECEIPTS
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER $ 1,110,700 $ 1,030,400
REVENUES
STATE LOAN FUND - WASTEWATER 643,000 1,564,700
TRANS FR OPERATING FUND - WW 900,000 900,000
TRANSFER FR WASTEWATER IMPACT FEE 4,800 404,900
INTEREST INCOME 10,000 10,000
TOTAL REVENUES 1,557,800 2,879,600
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES & REVENUES $ 2,668,500 $ 3,910,000
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2019/20 2019/20
EXPENSES BUDGET REVISED
WASTEWATER $ 2,302,600 $ 3,544,100
TOTAL EXPENSES 2,302,600 3,544,100
BUDGET BALANCE - WASTEWATER 365,900 365,900
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 365,900 365,900
TOTAL BUDGET BALANCES & EXPENSES $ 2,668,500 $ 3,910,000
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2020-01
WASTEWATER IMPACT FEE RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2019-2020
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Four Million Four Hundred Nine Thousand Seven Hundred
dollars ($4,409,700) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal
year beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
CASH RECEIPTS
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER $ 3,979,400 $ 4,379,500
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 3,979,400 4,379,500
RECEIPTS
INTEREST EARNINGS - WASTEWATER 30,200 30,200
TOTAL RECEIPTS 30,200 30,200
TOTALS $ 4,009,600 $ 4,409,700
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
TRANSFER TO I & E FUND FROM WASTEWATER IMPACT FEES $ 4,800 $ 404,900
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WASTEWATER 4,004,800 4,004,800
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 4,004,800 4,004,800
TOTALS $ 4,009,600 $ 4,409,700
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2020-01
ELECTRIC REVENUE FUND
REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2019-2020
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Ninety-Nine Million Three Hundred Forty-Three Thousand One
Hundred dollars ($99,343,100) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from
current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for
the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 13,548,100 $ 17,248,100
DISTRIBUTION OF EARNINGS - PCA CREDIT (2,873,800) (2,873,800)
BEGINNING BALANCE - ADJUSTED 10,674,300 14,374,300
BASE REVENUE
DIRECT SALES TO CUSTOMER 82,686,400 82,686,400
UTILITY TAX 1,322,000 1,322,000
MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 528,000 528,000
RENT REVENUE 110,000 110,000
GREEN ENERGY 127,400 127,400
INTEREST EARNINGS 195,000 195,000
TOTAL REVENUES 84,968,800 84,968,800
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUES $ 95,643,100 $ 99,343,100
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2019-2020 BUDGET ORDINANCES
ELECTRIC REVENUE FUND EXPENSES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2018-2019
2019/20 2019/20
EXPENSES BUDGET REVISED
POWER SUPPLY $ 22,115,400 $ 22,115,400
SOLAR ENERGY 2,703,900 2,703,900
SOLAR RENEWAL ENERGY CREDITS 395,200 395,200
POWER SUPPLY MANAGEMENT 835,000 835,000
REC'S (Renewable Energy Credits) 411,000 411,000
RGGI (Regional Greenhouse Gas Init.) 67,500 67,500
PJM CHARGES - ENERGY 5,678,600 5,678,600
PJM CHARGES - TRANSMISSION & FEES 7,792,400 7,792,400
CAPACITY CHARGES 11,101,900 11,101,900
SUB-TOTAL POWER SUPPLY 51,100,900 51,100,900
PLANT OPERATIONS 5,530,700 5,530,700
GENERATIONS FUELS 956,300 956,300
PJM SPOT MARKET ENERGY (1,163,100) (1,163,100)
PJM CREDITS (516,900) (516,900)
CAPACITY CREDITS (8,422,000) (8,422,000)
GENERATION SUBTOTAL (3,615,000) (3,615,000)
POWER SUPPLY & GENERATION SUBTOTAL 47,485,900 47,485,900
DIRECT EXPENDITURES
TRANSMISSION/DISTRIBUTION 3,802,800 3,802,800
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 1,372,900 1,372,900
ADMINISTRATION 615,500 615,500
METER READING 401,900 401,900
SYSTEMS OPERATIONS 853,100 853,100
DIRECT EXPENDITURE SUBTOTALS 7,046,200 7,046,200
OTHER EXPENSES:
UTILITY TAX 1,322,000 1,322,000
ALLOW FOR UNCOLLECTIBLES 250,000 250,000
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES - RFP'S 200,000 200,000
LEGAL EXPENSES 100,000 100,000
RETIREES HEALTH CARE 721,400 721,400
OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES - -
GREEN ENERGY PAYMENT TO DEMEC 137,000 137,000
INTERFUND SERVICE FEES 3,912,900 3,912,900
INTEREST ON DEPOSITS 17,500 17,500
BANK & CREDIT CARD FEES 327,000 327,000
DEBT SERVICE 1,379,500 1,379,500
OTHER EXPENSES SUBTOTAL 8,367,300 8,367,300
TRANSFER TO:
IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION 6,816,000 6,816,000
GENERAL FUND 10,000,000 10,000,000
TRANSFER TO DEPRECIATION RESERVE 5,000,000 5,000,000
RATE STABILIZATION RESERVE - 3,700,000
TRANSFER TO SUBTOTAL 21,816,000 25,516,000
TOTAL EXPENSES 84,715,400 88,415,400
BUDGET BALANCE - WORKING CAPITAL 10,927,700 10,927,700
TOTALS $ 95,643,100 $ 99,343,100
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2020-01
ELECTRIC UTILITY IMPROVEMENT AND EXTENSION FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2019-2020
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Twenty Million Six Hundred Fifty Thousand Seven Hundred dollars
($20,650,700) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
REVENUES
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 12,120,900 $ 12,736,700
REVENUES
TRANSFER FROM ELECTRIC 6,816,000 6,816,000
TRANSFER FROM WATER/WASTEWATER 298,000 298,000
TRANSFER FROM GENERAL FUND 250,000 250,000
GENERAL SERVICE BILLING 400,000 400,000
MISC GRANT REVENUE - -
MISC RECEIPTS
INTEREST EARNINGS 150,000 150,000
TOTAL REVENUES 7,914,000 7,914,000
TOTALS $ 20,034,900 $ 20,650,700
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2019/20 2019/20
EXPENSES BUDGET REVISED
ELECTRIC ADMINISTRATION $ 1,643,200 $ 1,643,200
ELECTRIC GENERATION 115,000 376,000
TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION 1,255,000 1,255,000
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 3,293,000 3,293,000
METER READING 21,800 21,800
ERP SYSTEM 488,000 842,800
TOTAL EXPENSES 6,816,000 7,431,800
BUDGET BALANCE 13,218,900 13,218,900
TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENSES $ 20,034,900 $ 20,650,700
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2020-01
ELECTRIC UTILITY RATE STABLIZATION RESERVE
SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2019-2020
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Twenty Million Two Hundred Forty-One Thousand
dollars ($20,241,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from
current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government
for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
CASH RECEIPTS
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 16,280,500 $ 16,280,500
TRANSFER FROM ELECTRIC OPERATING FUND - $ 3,700,000
INTEREST EARNINGS 260,500 260,500
TOTALS $ 16,541,000 $ 20,241,000
BUDGET SUMMARY
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 16,541,000 $ 20,241,000
TOTALS $ 16,541,000 $ 20,241,000
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2018-2019
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Eight Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand dollars
($834,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020:
OPERATING REVENUES
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 70,900 $ 334,000
GRANTS REVENUE 500,000 500,000
TOTALS $ 570,900 $ 834,000
OPERATING EXPENSES
2019/20 2019/20
BUDGET REVISED
PROGRAM EXP. GRANT RELATED $ 500,000 $ 763,100
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 70,900 70,900
TOTALS $ 570,900 $ 834,000
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: FEBRUARY 10, 2020
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